Spire Inc. Amends Redemption of 5.90% Series A Cumulative Redeemable Perpetual Preferred Stock
Rhea-AI Summary
Spire (NYSE: SR) will redeem all 10,000 outstanding shares of its 5.90% Series A Cumulative Redeemable Perpetual Preferred Stock (SR.PRA) on February 13, 2026. Redemption price equals $25.00 per Depositary Share plus accrued dividends; the declared quarterly dividend of $0.36875 per Depositary Share will be paid on February 17, 2026 to holders of record as of January 26, 2026. Payment is made in two parts: base redemption on the Redemption Date and the declared dividend on February 17, 2026, after which the company has no further obligations on the redeemed shares.
Positive
- Complete redemption of all 10,000 Series A preferred shares
- Clear, fixed redemption price of $25.00 per Depositary Share
- Declared dividend of $0.36875 payable to Record Date holders
Negative
- Preferred holders lose ongoing dividend entitlement after February 17, 2026
- Redemption eliminates perpetual preferred instrument from capital structure
Key Figures
Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus
SR was down 0.44% while key gas utility peers (BKH, OGS, NJR, SWX, MDU) showed gains between 0.29% and 0.90%, indicating stock-specific trading rather than a sector-wide move.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 14 | Earnings call notice | Neutral | +0.3% | Scheduled FY26 Q1 earnings call and webcast announcement. |
| Dec 09 | Leadership change | Neutral | -0.3% | Appointment of a new executive vice president and COO. |
| Nov 14 | Earnings results | Positive | -2.4% | Fiscal 2025 results with higher earnings and raised EPS guidance. |
| Nov 13 | Dividend increase | Positive | -1.5% | Increase in annual common dividend and declaration of preferred dividend. |
| Oct 21 | Earnings call notice | Neutral | -0.4% | Announcement of FY25 year-end earnings call and webcast. |
Recent positive fundamental news (earnings, dividend increase) saw negative next-day moves, while neutral conference-call and management updates had modest reactions.
Over the last few months, Spire has focused on earnings, capital planning, and shareholder returns. Fiscal 2025 results showed higher net income and raised adjusted EPS guidance for 2026–2027, alongside a higher common dividend. The board also extended its dividend growth streak to 23 years and continued regular preferred dividends. Conference-call announcements around year-end and Q1 results generated only small price changes. Against this backdrop, today’s clarification of terms for redeeming the 5.90% Series A preferred fits into ongoing balance sheet and capital structure management.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement details the mechanics of redeeming Spire’s 5.90% Series A preferred, including a $25.00 per Depositary Share base redemption and a separate $0.36875 dividend for holders of record on January 26, 2026. It confirms that the regular dividend fully covers accrued dividends and that no further obligations remain on redeemed shares. In the broader context of recent junior subordinated note offerings and prior dividend actions, this step fits into ongoing capital structure and funding plans.
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As previously disclosed, the redemption date is February 13, 2026 (the "Redemption Date"). The redemption price is equal to
The Company previously declared a regular quarterly dividend on the Series A Preferred Stock in an amount equal to
Payment of the Redemption Price will be made in two parts. First, the Depositary Shares will be redeemed on the Redemption Date at a redemption price equal to the Base Redemption Amount (equivalent to
There are no additional Accrued Dividends payable with respect to the Series A Preferred Stock. Following payment of the Redemption Price, the Company will have no further obligations with respect to dividends or other amounts on the redeemed shares.
Questions relating to, and requests for additional copies of, the notice of redemption and the related materials should be directed to Computershare Trust Company, N.A. for the redemption of the Series A Preferred Stock. The address for the redemption agent is as follows:
Computershare Trust Company, N.A.
Attn: Corporate Actions
150 Royall St., Suite 101
Investors in the Depositary Shares should contact the bank or broker through which they hold a beneficial interest in the Depositary Shares for information about obtaining the redemption price for the Depositary Shares in which they have a beneficial interest.
About Spire
At Spire Inc. (NYSE: SR) we believe energy exists to help make people's lives better. It's a simple idea, but one that's at the heart of our company. Every day we serve 1.7 million homes and businesses making us one of the largest publicly traded natural gas companies in the country. We help families and business owners fuel their daily lives through our gas utilities serving
FORWARD-LOOKING AND CAUTIONARY STATEMENTS
This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Spire's future operating results may be affected by various uncertainties and risk factors, many of which are beyond the Company's control, including weather conditions, economic factors, the competitive environment, governmental and regulatory policy and action, and risks associated with acquisitions. For a more complete description of these uncertainties and risk factors, see the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025 and the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, each as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Investor Contact:
Megan McPhail
314-309-6563
Megan.McPhail@SpireEnergy.com
Media Contact:
Jason Merrill
314-342-3300
Jason.Merrill@SpireEnergy.com
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